How to take deposits safely as a builder
2026-11-01
High-value deposits are where installers lose the most to card fees — and where scammers love to insert a new sort code.
Pay by Bank lets the customer confirm the payee in their banking app. Pair that with a branded page that shows your company number and the job reference.
Use a clear plan: deposit on booking, materials stage, completion balance. Automatic reminders stop silent overdues without weekend WhatsApp chases.